Leap Year baby

It was my brother's birthday on 29 February, so officially he turned 11 years old.  I hope he appreciated the card I gave him. It was one I had in my stash because unfortunately, I didn't have time to recreate anything from scratch. 

Stamp set: Pun Fun (retired), Classic Stars Jumbo Wheel (retired), On Your Birthday
Card Stock: Whisper White, Basic Black, Pacific Point
Ink: Black Staz On, Pacific Point
Accessories: Circle Scissor Plus, Watercolour Wonder Crayons, Blender Pen, Silver Brads


How's your weekend going? I've been busy trying to sort out my craft room which has been a work in progress for some time and get my monthly newsletter out, amongst lots of other things.  


I'm glad the weather bomb didn't hit Auckland as hard as they predicted and we've got a beautiful day here today. I did get to enjoy it earlier on my morning run. It's actually much colder inside, than out. Whatever you've been up to, I hope you've enjoyed it :) 

Masculine Gift Card Holder

Here's some masculine and Christmas themed gift card holders that I whipped up during the week.  Change the message and they're perfect for Christmas, birthday or wedding so the recipient can select what they really want. 

Stamp Set: Trendy Trees
Card Stock: Crumb Cake, Marina Mist, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White
Ink: Marina Mist, Pear Pizzazz, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Oval Scallop punch, Oval Punch, Crop-a-Dile, Antique Brass Jumbo Eyelet (retired), Hemp Twine

Stamp Set: Holiday Lineup
Card Stock: Old Olive, Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White
Ink: Black Staz On
Accessories: Brights Water Colour Crayons, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, Silver Brads, Two Way Glue, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter.


Have you got much planned for the weekend?  I'm busy making samples for my Summer Mini Catalogue Launch next Sunday.  Email me here if you're interested in coming along.  More details and timings are on the left of my blog :)  

Short and Sweet..

Just a short and sweet post today.  This is a card I made for a friend, to thank him for doing some jobs around my house a short while ago. The stamp set Totally Tools makes it so easy and was perfect for what I wanted.

Stamp Set: Totally Tools
Cardstock: Chocolate Chip, Cajun Craze, Very Vanilla, Crumb Cake
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Jumbo Eyelet, Twine, Crimper, Distressing Tool (Cutter Kit), Modern Label Punch, Twill Tape.

If you're coming along to my Autumn/Winter Catalogue launch this afternoon - I'll see you soon.  If you haven't booked in yet and wanted to come, contact me now because there are still a few spots left.

Have a great Saturday :)

Lots of Bots

It was my nephew's birthday during the week and this is the card I sent him. I love this set and have been waiting for an excuse to use it. I coloured the robot in with silver encore ink and a blender pen and then covered it with crystal effects to give it an aluminium look.

Stamp set: Lots of Bots
Card stock: Whisper White, Silver metallic
Ink: Silver Encore, Basic Black
Other: Bordering Blue Stampin' Marker, Perfect Polka Dots Die, Crystal Effects, Big Shot Blender pen, Mat Pack.

Masculine Card

Over the last few months I've made this card a few times because it's quick, very easy and I don't have to think about it.  When I have a mental block and a male card to make, I tend to reach for the Seaworthy stamp set. Sometimes when time is of the essence, you gotta do what you gotta do!!  And, besides it's better than a store bought card any day...

I'm flying off to Sydney tomorrow morning for the Stampin' Up! Convention, but do check back later in the week because I'll post my convention swap for you to see.  And, when I return I'll have lots of lovely goodies to share with you over the next few weeks. How exciting is that!!